Job Title:
Career Coach
Company: Northcentral Technical College
Location: Wausau, WI
Created: 2026-04-15
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Applications must be submitted by 12:01 a.m., April 20, 2026.Thank you for your interest in a career at Northcentral Technical College (NTC).NTC offers outstanding career opportunities on a modern campus with state-of-the-art technology that allows for a collaborative learning and work environment. Employees are offered an amazing Total Rewards package with competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and generous paid time off - including two paid closures for the winter holiday (Christmas - New Year) and summer (week of July 4th), for most full-time positions. NTC is "The College that Cares" and makes a difference in the lives of our employees and students. If you have the desire to help students while positively impacting the community, we'd love for you to join our team! See why our current employees did!Starting Hourly Rate Based on Qualifications:$24.20JOB SUMMARY, DESCRIPTION & QUALIFICATIONS:Job SummaryThe Career Coach plays a key role in recruiting prospective students to Northcentral Technical College (NTC). This position involved building relationships with K12 schools, community partners, and local employers while providing individual support for career exploration, application assistance, and financial aid guidance. The Career Coach leads and participates in recruitment events, coordinates career development initiatives, and engages students to foster connections with NTC. The role requires collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, continuous professional development, and active participation in promoting NTC's programs and services.Position may support projects across Student Services and other areas of the College to advance institutional goals and student success. While the regular schedule follows standard business hours, flexibility is required for occasional evening, weekend, or travel to other locations based on college events or operational needs.Essential Functions and ResponsibilitiesThe following duties are primarily performed and are essential for this position. Employees are expected to be able to perform each of these job duties satisfactorily and successfully with or without reasonable accommodation. Adult + K12 RecruitmentServe as a primary contact for prospective students, assisting with career exploration, applications, and initial steps such as -FAFSA. This work is done on site at NTC campuses and at local high schools. Regular travel is required.Provide individual educational planning services and make appropriate referrals.Assess individual needs of area high schools to provide career and post-secondary planning services to support Academic and Career Planning (ACP) initiatives. Develop, promote, and coordinate services for students in NTC's district schools.Respond to prospective student inquiries via email, phone, text, chat, maintaining ongoing follow-up and support.Campus + Community Events Lead and participate in recruitment activities such as campus tours, open houses, Preview Days, education fairs, career fairs, and other specialized events.Specialized Projects/InitiativesAdditional activities may include development of career development initiatives, additional time supporting on-campus events, engagement with admitted students and their parents/guardians, and focusing on regional community needs. These activities will be assigned to individual team members.Position may support projects across Student Services and other areas of the College to advance institutional goals and student success. While the regular schedule follows standard business hours, flexibility is required for occasional evening, weekend, or travel to other locations based on College events or operational needs.Professional Development + Continuous ImprovementStay informed about NTC programs, admissions, financial aid, and services.Provide input on recruitment best practices and share new ideas.Document and track interactions with prospective students and outreach activities, maintaining records in Workday CRM.Participate in training and professional development opportunitiesMinimum Qualifications RequiredIn limited circumstances, NTC may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position.Education: Associate's Degree (or Equivalent)Preferred: Bachelor's degreeExperience: 2 YearsAdditional Experience Information:Minimum of two years' experience in admissions, recruitment, sales, customer service, or enrollment services, preferably in a higher education or K12 setting. Strong customer service and case management skills.Ability to foster positive interpersonal relationships with internal and external customers.Strong active listening skills with the ability to discern key information and respond professionally.Demonstrated experience engaging and working effectively with individuals in educational, professional, or community settings.Ability to work in a collaborative, team-oriented, multi-task, and fast-paced environment.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesIn order to perform the functions and responsibilities of the position (listed above) the following knowledge, skills, and abilities, including language skills, reasoning and mathematical abilities are essential.Language Skills:Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions, reports and emails; speak and may present information to groups.Math Skills:Ability to accurately add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure; compute rate, ratio, and percent.Reasoning Ability:Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagrammed instructions; solve problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.Technical Skills:Ability to manage and track document changes; create, modify and format templates and files; ability to use multiple computer screens and multitask in several computer applications.Customer Service Skills:Ability to actively listen, discern key information, and respond professionally; ask follow up or clarifying questions to diffuse escalated situations and offer appropriate problem resolution when necessary.Other RequirementsValid Driver's license with the ability to meet NTC's insurance carrier standards and pass a motor vehicle background check to travel to area schools and events.Physical RequirementsCarrying/Lifting 10-25 lbs: LowCarrying/Lifting 25-50 lbs: LowCarrying/Lifting >50 lbs: N/ASitting: MediumStanding/Walking/Climbing: LowSquatting/Crouching/Kneeling/Bending: N/ARepetitive Hand/Foot Movement: MediumPushing/Pulling/Reaching Above Shoulder: LowWork EnvironmentIndoor/Office Work Environment: HighOutdoor Weather Conditions: N/AIrritated or Agitated Individuals: LowHostile or Violent Individuals: N/AHazardous Fumes/Odors/Toxic Chemicals: N/AConfined Spaces (as identified by OSHA): N/AWork-Related Travel: MediumSmell Requirement: N/ASpecific Vision: HighHearing: HighTaste: N/A